A randomized 25 question test from a pool of 761 questions, good luck!
There are commonly two configurations a programmer would use for workstations. Which of the answers below would best be described as a workstation that has the majority of the data processing done in the applications at the workstation??
All the wired network components interact with ISO layers. Which of the answers below reflects the ISO layers that the switch interacts with?
There are several stages in the alarm lifecycle. Which of these stages is there alarm shelving and some refresher training?
A DCS collects a lot of data during the course of operating. Which of the terms below would best describe the system where data is collected and organized?
A defined area of geographical coverage is commonly called an area network. Which of the area networks below best known for use with USB and bluetooth devices?
There are numerous I/O modules that a typical DCS has access to. Which of the modules below is described as one that accommodates the HART devices point-to-point connection?
Which of the components below best represents the letter "D"?
There are various subsystems within any HMI. Which of the tasks below would be the primary responsibility of the alarm subsystem?
IPv4 network classes can also be defined by the IP address they use. Which of the answers corresponds best to the address in row "D"?
In a motor control function block program, conditional block are used. Which of the answers below is best described as a condition that must be TRUE before a device can be activated?
Field instrument to PLC is best defined by which of the answers below?
There are several layer within the a typical DCS., each with it's own responsibilities. Which of the levels below is responsible for the connection to the control system performed?
In a DCS, there is a controller scan cycle priority that should have enough time to execute all tasks. Which of the answers below represents the about of free time for a loaded DCS controller to function?
IPv4 network classes can also be defined by the IP address they use. Which of the answers corresponds best to the address in row "C"?
Each network layer for a DCS has it's own specialized equipment or software. Which of the layers below would make use of a HART protocol?
The installation of a SCADA system has several difficulties associated with it. Which of the challenges below would be best defined as one that implements two separate communication systems to ensure redundancy for critical processes?
A defined area of geographical coverage is commonly called an area network. Which of the area networks below is the largest in area covered?
There are numerous I/O modules that a typical DCS has access to. Which of the modules below is described as one that can have 8, 16, or 32 inputs powered by 24Vdc, or 120Vac??
Parameter settings program the behavior of the function block. Which of the parameters below can be described as one that receives data from another block?
Parameter settings program the behavior of the function block. Which of the parameters below can be described as one that transmits data to another block?
A DCS can be programmed with function blocks that are needed to execute specific tasks. Which of the answers below describes where the information to define these tasks comes from?
When manually assigning addresses in IPv4, which of the answers below contains the complete list of the main parameter(s) needed?
Providing power to remote sites in a SCADA system has several difficulties associated with it. Which of the answers below would be best defined as one that is used for continuous power generation where there are no other options?
Communication that is wireless in a SCADA system is common. Which of the communication methods below would be best defined as one that licensing would be required for most applications?
Modbus has standard command codes to allow the master to access information from it's slaves. Which of the commands below would be used to write the contents of a holding register to the slave device